Yet another iPod remote is on its last legs. :-(

What is it that I do to this stuff? This will be the 2nd time I've had to replace an iPod remote within a year - and as for earphones, well, I go through them like Russell Brand goes through groupies. My Shures gave up after about six months - which isn't bad staying power for me. I tried some Philips 'phones that I can't even find on their web site, which were horrid, so now I'm back with yet another pair of EX71s, which again last me about six months a go, and are comfortable, sound good, and aren't too expensive.

I know I'm clumsy, but surely these things should built to take a bit of abuse?

Next time, I'm going for some kind of sports remote. I hope they are a bit tougher.